Episode 480 – Cellar West, Chapter 2

Though still somewhat unknown around these parts, Cellar West Artisan Ales out of Lafayette, Colorado became known to us as an award-winning saison brewery. This episode further proves their proficiency with a variety of styles. Thanks to a porch box from founder and brewer Zach Nichols, we sample five cans of wildly drinkable and enjoyable beers as we calculate how many chapters it’ll take us to get some beers on local shelves. Also, Craig relives his Cellar West taproom visit from last fall, we consider the advantages of wine-flavored bubblegum, and Ryan wishes he was warned about the Woodman’s robot.  

ABV Chicago Episode 480 – Cellar West, Chapter 2

Beers Reviewed

Silver Stream (Helles Lager)

Unfed Mind, Vol. 1 (Pale Ale w/ Simcoe and HBC 630)

Single Hop Saison – Emerald Spire

Bourbon Barrel Spinechiller (Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels)

Bourbon Barrel Ginger Clove Spinechiller (Imperial Stout aged in bourbon barrels w/ ginger & clove)